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City Announces Free Workshop Series for Local Businesses

Post Date:09/03/2019 12:00 PM

The City of Novato is committed to helping our business community thrive and is partnering with the Marin SBDC by offering a series of free workshops to our local businesses. These workshops are designed to provide expert training and strategies to businesses of all stages and sizes from start-ups to long-established companies. All workshops are held at Novato City Administrative Offices, 2nd floor, 922 Machin Avenue in Novato.

Workshop #1: Sexual Harassment Training

Wednesday, September 25, 2019 from 6 - 8:30pmBusinesses with 5 or more staff (including part-time and full-time employees or independent contractors) are required by the State of California to have all staff complete a sexual harassment training. Supervisors must complete a 2 hour training and non-supervisor staff must complete a 1 hour training (note: non-supervisors may leave after the first hour). This workshop will include a certificate of completion.

Workshop #3: Finders Keepers

Wednesday, November 13, 2019 from 6 - 8pmAn interactive training on what it takes to find and keep employees in 2019. This workshop covers the new independent contractors case law and how it impacts your business, as well as key trends and essential tips to make you more successful at recruiting and retaining a talented workforce.